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American Health Staffing Group · 1 day ago

Workday System Administrator

American Health Staffing Group is seeking a detail-oriented and technically proficient Workday Administrator to support and evolve their Workday ecosystem across Human Resources, Finance, and IT. The role involves configuring, maintaining, and optimizing Workday modules while collaborating with cross-functional teams to connect business needs with technical execution.

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Hiring Manager
Marcus Zeiller, MBA, PRC
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Responsibilities

Administer and configure Workday modules including HCM, Recruiting, Benefits, Time Tracking, and Adaptive Planning
Maintain configuration changes, business processes, and calculated fields in line with governance standards
Ensure data accuracy and reliability across all HR, Finance, and IT functions through proactive audits and reconciliations
Coordinate and execute testing for Workday releases, patches, and enhancements
Maintain documentation, process maps, and configuration notes for internal reference
Manage Workday security groups, domains, and role-based permissions in accordance with organizational policies and compliance frameworks
Review and fulfill Workday security access requests, including creating, modifying, and revoking access as needed
Maintain the Workday security matrix and conduct periodic audits to ensure least-privilege access and segregation of duties
Collaborate with IT Security and Internal Audit teams to support compliance initiatives
Oversee quarterly access reviews, certification of user roles, and remediation of findings
Track and respond to security-related tickets, ensuring timely resolution and documentation of changes
Build, test, and maintain integrations using Workday tools (EIBs, Core Connectors, Studio, or APIs)
Partner with IT to support identity management through Azure Active Directory, including SSO configuration and automation
Troubleshoot integration failures and coordinate with vendors to ensure data flow integrity
Support data migration, mass uploads, and interface monitoring activities
Design and maintain custom reports, dashboards, and calculated fields to provide insight into workforce and financial metrics
Develop and optimize audit reports for data accuracy, compliance, and operational tracking
Collaborate with business leaders to deliver metrics aligned to strategic goals and KPIs
Partner cross-functionally with HR, IT, and Finance to identify and implement scalable Workday solutions
Lead end-user testing, training, and change management efforts for new functionality
Participate in system projects, ensuring deliverables meet quality and timeline expectations
Proactively assess system performance and recommend process or configuration improvements

Qualification

Workday AdministrationWorkday HCMWorkday IntegrationAzure Active DirectoryData ManagementSecurity ManagementReporting & AnalyticsCollaborationAttention to DetailCommunication Skills

Required

3–5 years of hands-on Workday administration experience, including configuration, testing, and release management
Proficient in at least two Workday modules (e.g., HCM, Recruiting, Benefits, or Time Tracking)
Demonstrated experience managing Workday security groups, role-based permissions, and access request workflows
Familiarity with security audits, compliance reviews, and data governance standards within HRIS environments
Integration support experience with Workday and third-party vendors (EIBs, Core Connectors, or APIs)
Strong knowledge of Azure Active Directory for SSO, user provisioning, and identity management
Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and discretion when handling sensitive HR and financial data
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with HR, Finance, and IT stakeholders
Excellent communication and documentation skills, including the ability to translate technical content for non-technical audiences

Preferred

Workday Security or Workday Pro certifications in HCM, Reporting, or Integrations
Experience supporting compliance frameworks
Familiarity with Workday Adaptive Planning or other financial planning modules
Experience with third-party systems such as Bullhorn, Salary.com, Change Engine, or KarmaCheck
Knowledge of Workday Studio or Extend for advanced integration work
Workday and/or Project Management certifications (e.g., PMP)
Experience in high-growth, multi-entity, or matrixed organizations

Company

American Health Staffing Group

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AHSG is one of the fastest-growing firms in the healthcare staffing industry.